HIROKO KOSHINO

An interview with Hiroko Koshino will appear in the March issue of Fujin Koron.
In the book titled “From 88th, It’s Time for New Challenges,” the author discusses her plans for
the next 10 years. These plans include the “Children’s Fashion Project” in Tokyo and the “Hiroko
Koshino Exhibition,” which is scheduled to take place at the Museum of Contemporary Art Tokyo
(MOT) in 2026.
She concludes the interview by expressing her enthusiasm, stating, “I’m excited about what the
future will bring!” This issue will be available in bookstores nationwide on February 15th.
Be sure to take a look!
Title: Fujin Koron-March Issue
Publisher: Chuokoron-Shinsha
Price: 840 yen (tax included)

The sisters from Kishiwada, Osaka, have had a career spanning over 50 years and
are influential figures in the fashion industry today. How did they navigate their
challenges to become world-renowned fashion designers?
“You can use your complexes as a weapon,” says Koshino Hiroko.
“You’re the youngest right now,” says Koshino Junko.
“The most important thing is the power to believe in yourself,” says Koshino Michiko.
The book is titled “You Can’t Get Across the Shore Just by Looking”  a phrase their mother would often tell them. In May, a
movie titled “Godmother,” which portrays the lives of the three sisters and Koshino
Ayako—who inspired the NHK drama series “Carnation” is set to be released.
This is the first co-authored book by the Koshino sisters, who are gaining increasing
attention in the fashion world.
It is now available for purchase at bookstores nationwide. Be sure to give it a read!
Title: The Three Koshino Sisters: “You Can’t Get Across the Shore Just by
Looking”
Authors: Koshino Hiroko, Koshino Junko, Koshino Michiko
Price: 1,980 yen (tax included)

This heartfelt film tells the story of Koshino Ayako, the mother of the three Koshino sisters.

She is the mother of three sisters who lived through the Showa and Heisei eras. In 2011, the NHK drama series “Carnation” aired, and many viewers found her inspiring life story uplifting and encouraging.

Excitement filled the air at Hiroko Koshino’s 88th birthday party, where the key visuals and thrilling details for the new movie trailer were unveiled! The stellar cast includes Mao Daichi as Ayako, Yuka Kurotani as Hiroko, Sawa Suzuki as Junko, and Kyoka Mizukami as Michiko.

Get ready for an unforgettable cinematic experience!

“Godmother: The Life of Koshino Ayako” 

Nationwide release date: Friday, May 23, 2025

Don’t miss out—click here to watch the thrilling trailer!